Those facing a relationship breakdown are increasingly finding that their situation involves an international element. International divorce can be complicated as the financial outcomes of a divorce can vary significantly from country to country. Even if your divorce goes ahead in England and Wales, you may have to deal with different jurisdictions to deal with overseas assets.
You should seek advice right at the outset to find out whether you are eligible to divorce in England and Wales. In most cases, once a divorce has been commenced in one jurisdiction, the decisions regarding the finances will take place there too.
This is significant if you and your spouse have ties to other countries because the laws of another country might be more advantageous or disadvantageous to you.
The consequences of divorcing in the UK or abroad can be significant and it is therefore important that you take advice as early as possible.
Our family team are able to advise you as to whether you are able to divorce in England and Wales in light of your domicile or habitual residence.